Pediatric Proton Radiation Oncologist

Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 440,000 - 534,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (HMFP) seeks a full-time Pediatric Radiation Oncology faculty member and Disease Site Leader in Boston, MA. The role focuses on clinical care, academic leadership, and development of a state-of-the-art proton therapy program for children, with collaboration across DFCI, BIDMC, and HMS.

The candidate will lead a multidisciplinary team, contribute to research, and participate in teaching across HMS.

Qualifications

• Board-certified radiation oncologist with residency in an ACGME-accredited program.
• Proven record of excellence in pediatric radiation oncology care/research.
• Strong clinical and interpersonal skills for multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Clinical and research expertise in proton therapy for pediatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and academic leadership for pediatric radiation oncology.
• Lead development, growth, and leadership of the pediatric program.
• Advance research and program development in proton therapy for children.
• Contribute to HMS teaching and collaboration with HMFP/ BIDMC/ DFCI.

Skills

Board-certified Radiation Oncologist

Pediatric Radiation Oncology

Clinical leadership

Proton therapy research

Education

ACGME-accredited Radiation Oncology residency

US fellowship in Radiation Oncology

Job description

Job Description:The Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC), Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Inc. (HMFP) in Boston in collaboration with the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI) are actively seeking a full-time Radiation Oncology faculty member with interest/expertise in Pediatric Proton Radiation Oncology. This individual will serve as the Pediatric Radiation Oncology Disease Site Leader, providing clinical and academic leadership while advancing multidisciplinary care, research, and program development for pediatric patients. The primary clinical practice location will be at our Main Campuses in the Longwood Medical Area of Boston, Massachusetts.The candidate must be a board-certified radiation oncologist and must have completed their residency in an ACGME-accredited radiation oncology program and/or fellowship in an accredited US training program. Applicants must have a demonstrated record of excellence in pediatric radiation oncology care/research and have exceptional clinical and interpersonal skills with a desire to work as part of a collegial, collaborative, multi-disciplinary team. Additionally, clinical and research expertise in proton therapy for pediatric patients is required. The successful candidate will play a key role in the development, growth and leadership of our pediatric radiation oncology program and will help shape the development of our innovative proton therapy program featuring next-generation upright proton therapy technology, including a dedicated upright CT simulator. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the design and implementation of a cutting-edge clinical program while advancing research and expanding access to state-of-the-art proton therapy for children with cancer. The ideal candidate will contribute to our institutions’ research and teaching missions.The selected candidate will be appointed to an academic rank of Instructor, Assistant Professor, or Associate Professor at Harvard Medical School (HMS), commensurate with a formal HMS review of the candidate’s academic accomplishments/ contributions and teaching responsibilities.Please upload a curriculum vitae and a cover letter summarizing your clinical and research interests/background addressed to:Mary Ann Stevenson MD PhDChair, Department of Radiation OncologyBeth Israel Deaconess Medical CenterHarvard Medical SchoolAs a teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School, BIDMC and the Department of Radiation Oncology provide a clinically advanced and supportive academic environment for residents, fellows, and faculty. We’re also proud and excited to be an integral part of the landmark collaboration among Dana-Farber Cancer Institute (DFCI), Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC), and Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians (HMFP) to establish New England’s only freestanding adult inpatient cancer hospital. The collaboration will provide unparalleled opportunities for radiation oncology and other physician specialties to be part of DFCI’s internationally recognized cancer team.Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (HMFP) is one of the largest physician organizations in New England, dedicated to excellence and innovation in patient care, education, and research. As a physician-led organization, HMFP partners with more than 2,400 providers to support the delivery of exceptional care, promote professional development, and foster balance at work and home. HMFP physicians have faculty affiliations with Harvard Medical School (HMS) and provide care throughout the Beth Israel Lahey Health (BILH) system and additional hospitals across Massachusetts.Pay Range:$440,000 - $534,000The base pay range reflects what Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (HMFP) reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this role at the time of posting and may be modified from time to time. Actual compensation within this range may be determined based on several factors, including academic appointment, work experience, specialty training, geography of work location, anticipated productivity, FTE basis, and role expectations. In addition to base compensation, this role may be eligible for performance-based incentives, which may include bonuses for productivity and quality HMFP also offers a comprehensive and generous employee benefits program to eligible employees, including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, as well as retirement plan(s) with employer contributions.